Chapter 1309: Chapter 1295: Vanished
Baiyu’s proposal was unanimously agreed upon.
Li Yun and Monk Xuanmu did not want to abandon such precious cultivation resources here, after all, they could quickly enhance their cultivation here, something that couldn’t be done in the sect and other places.
Even the little chubby felt.
He should stay and see what exactly is causing these people to suddenly disappear, and whether others have found a solution.
If they leave this place.
And such disappearances still follow them like a shadow, it would be troublesome.
The four of them came to the square at the mountain peak, where the Bodhi Tree was still growing vigorously, appearing full of life.
Moreover.
It looked noticeably larger than it did yesterday.
Although many thought it was an illusion, so many saw it that Baiyu believed this Bodhi Tree had actually grown, rather than any visual difference causing the discrepancy.
"No trace found."
"Our Celestial Blade Sect searched all night and didn’t find the missing people."
"Even using special communication methods, they didn’t respond. Either they’re in a place where they can’t move freely, or..."
The disciples did not continue their discussion.
Clearly.
It was almost certain what happened to those individuals; they probably were already dead.
For a moment.
The disciples of these righteous sects were unsure of whether to stay or leave.
"Perhaps we should retreat first; I always feel this place is strange and eerie," a disciple whispered.
The crowd’s hearts were moved by these words.
Indeed.
In the face of unknown danger, retreating first is a wise choice.
At this time.
Someone suddenly noticed a small sapling growing beside the Bodhi Tree. This sapling was not large, with tender branches coming out, seemingly having just sprouted, full of fresh vitality.
The group approached the sapling.
They discovered that it was indeed a small Bodhi Tree, and for a Bodhi to bear offspring was a rare phenomenon. If this small Bodhi Tree could be transplanted and planted in one’s home yard, wouldn’t it mean enjoying Bodhi enlightenment every day?
Even if one couldn’t cultivate it to maturity.
Turning it over to the sect could earn a lot of contribution points.
Their eyes burned with desire.
Although they all belonged to righteous sects, when confronted with such huge interests, no one would invoke the virtues of the righteous path.
At this time.
The previously silent Spirit Transformation Realm expert from the Celestial Blade Sect said, "This small Bodhi Tree is likely key to the disappearance of disciples; we must confirm whether this Bodhi Tree has any issues..."
His intention was clear.
To dig up this Bodhi Tree and take it back to the sect.
However.
Everyone knew very well that if this Bodhi Tree ended up in the hands of the Celestial Blade Sect, getting it back from them would be difficult.
At this moment.
Other sects with missing members were not satisfied.
"We’ve lost people too; why should this Bodhi sapling go to your Celestial Blade Sect? If research is needed, it should be done here, with all our sects," someone objected.
The Spirit Transformation Cultivator of the Celestial Blade Sect raised his eyebrows and was about to speak.
But.
The members of the other major sects stared at him with a predatory gaze, ready to pounce at any careless word.
He said coldly, "Fine, you handle it, hmm. Let’s see if you can deal with the problem if something really arises."
Despite saying that.
No one halted the process of digging up the Bodhi Tree.
Since it was decided to have multiple sects research it together, it must be dug up now to avoid any further disputes.
A group of cultivators began to act.
Excavating a Bodhi Tree sapling isn’t difficult; however, once the soil surrounding the sapling was turned over, blood started to seep out from the soil.
As if they had dug into a human body.
Everyone’s expression changed.
"Could it be that the missing individuals are buried here, and this Bodhi Tree has been absorbing nutrients from the corpses to grow! Because previously there wasn’t any sapling, and it suddenly sprouted these last few days!"
Someone exclaimed.
In an instant, everyone’s thoughts railed wildly.
Indeed.
This was possible.
If such a thing occurred, it would be troublesome.
It would indicate that there is something wrong with this Bodhi Tree, and a big problem at that.
"Keep digging!"
Seeing potential trouble, the Spirit Transformation expert from the Celestial Blade Sect dared not take any chances, for such a problem would mean suffering for all of them.
As the excavation proceeded.
More blood poured continuously from underground, but even after the whole Bodhi Tree sapling was unearthed, no bodies of the missing cultivators were found.
Not to mention bodies.
Not even a hair was seen.
Everyone’s faces showed confusion and bewilderment; how could this ordinary soil possibly ooze blood?
Weird!
At this time, the Celestial Blade Sect Spirit Transformation expert’s gaze shifted to the large Bodhi Tree beside them, and coolly said, "Underneath this large Bodhi Tree, there might be bodies, let’s dig it up and see."
Now.
None of them were interested in continuing to cultivate; the issue of members suddenly disappearing needed resolution, or they’d worry about being the next victim.
Without hesitation.
Many quickly started digging up the large Bodhi Tree.
They hadn’t dug deep.
Before blood started gushing out again from beneath the Bodhi Tree, spurting out like a fountain.
As they prepared to continue digging.
The Bodhi Tree suddenly wavered with a rustling sound, and in that instant, the mountain peak was besieged by a fierce windstorm, forcing everyone to struggle to stay upright, swaying precariously. Some needed to use True Qi to stabilize themselves; otherwise, they’d almost be blown off the mountain.
"Retreat first, this demonic wind is strange, let’s avoid it for now."
At this time.
The Spirit Transformation expert from the Celestial Blade Sect stated.
Everyone retreated hastily.
On the peak, they could barely stand, and could only slowly move toward the middle of the mountain, looking for a cave for shelter from the wind.
However.
When they climbed back up the mountain, the original Bodhi Tree had disappeared without a trace, leaving a huge pit as a reminder that their experience was not a dream.
For a moment.
Li Yun, Monk Xuanmu, and others fell into a state of confusion.
How could the Bodhi Tree simply vanish?
Could it have grown legs and run away?
Not just the large Bodhi Tree, even the sapling was missing, making everything extraordinarily bewildering.
"Retreat, report the situation here back to the sect."
At this time.
The Celestial Blade Sect’s Spirit Transformation Cultivator decisively said.
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